Wednesday August 15 2012









Moms In Motion Los Angeles
Kicks Off Fall Season


Run/Walk Teams in Griffith Park and Encino on Saturday Mornings!


Get in shape, meet new friends and workout buddies, and take a break from the kids for a few hours. This fall, train to run or walk a 5K, 10K, Half Marathon, or Marathon Relay with Moms In Motion Los Angeles. Teams meet Saturday mornings in Griffith Park and Balboa Park and will train for the Santa Barbara Half Marathon on 11/10 or the Calabasas Classic 5K/10K on 11/11.


Moms In Motion is an international organization of fitness teams for women of all ages and fitness levels. New season begins on August 25th in Griffith Park and September 8th in Encino.


Visit www.momsinmotionla.com for info.


 


 


Today in History


15 Relaxation Day – now this one’s for me!


The Panama Canal is opened. (1914)


World Youth Day 


www.history.com/this-day-in-history


 


 


Had a WONDERFUL experience with Kinsella Cabinets Inc. and wanted to pass along the info!


They’ve been building custom cabinets for kitchens/bathrooms for 25+ years. Alun and his team work directly with you or your designer in an open, honest, and positive fashion. They listen to your needs and will make suggestions to help refine the ultimate goal of a beautiful and functional project. Their knowledge and experience will provide you with the expertise necessary from design concept to installation. Their testimonials are the best advertising and their delivery and installations are on time, every time. They have an extensive portfolio of residential, commercial and industrial applications. I HIGHLY recommend them!


6930 Deering Ave. in Canoga Park, 91303


(818) 883-6748


 


 


GadgetSOS: Your Technology Lifeline, is launching an amazing customer referral program: Refer 3 new customers & get a free hour (value $95)


I’ve used them, they offer affordable, dependable, same-day service & are GREAT. Whether at home or at work, if it’s a computer that needs to be replaced or tuned up, they can help. If you’re upgrading your home theater, Smart Phone or anything in the world of electronics, give them a try. Technology is changing so rapidly. It helps to have a knowledgeable & reliable source to help you along the way. And technology can be quite frustrating at times. They are there for you every step of the way: purchase, maintenance, repair & even recycling of your old, outdated electronics. Call or Text (818) 485-1444 or email Gregg@gadgetsos.com.


www.gadgetsos.com


 


 


Are you looking for a free family event to attend?


Come to Temple Kol Tikvah, the Voice of the West Valley Reform Jewish Community on Saturday, August 18th at 4pm! Come enjoy a fun evening, havdallah and see a movie! ALL games and activities are FREE – plus a chili cook off, pie contest, and watermelon eating contest! See the Original Toy Story movie starting at 7 pm. Plus food and beverage vendors with items for sale: Food Trucks, Menchies, Frozen Margaritas, Popcorn and more! Call 818-348-0670, ext 214 to RSVP (or enter the pie or chili cook off) by August 15th and receive free popcorn for each member of your party!


20400 Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills


www.koltikvah.org


 


 


5 Great Back To School Tips


http://www.dailystrength.org/health_blogs/dr-jeremy/article/5-back-to-school-tips


 


 


BRAND NEW GE 4 Burner Stove Top with matching Hood For Sale


Items were put in a home to stage for selling, however not needed.It’s are BRAND NEW and NEVER USED.Available for pick up in Calabasas ASAP. Accepting Best Offer.Must sell. Email jlev@jenlevinson.com for more info!


 


 


Come ride the wave of your life!


Saturday, August 25th from 8am – 5pm


The Into The Fire Session is a 1-day Surf & Leadership Retreat that will give you tools to break through the cycle of how you deal with stress, pressure, balancing priorities and feeling like a person and not just a machine that gets things done. Learning to surf will make you feel exhilaration you never imagined and always wanted. Register using the code “jenslist” to for a reduced rate of $150pp (regularly $200) – includes, lunch, snacks & surf instruction. Rekindle your flame.


http://intothefireleadership.com/


 


 


10 great DIY projects for kids


http://ow.ly/cWw3o


 


 


Of Two Minds


At DocuWeeks at NoHo 7 Cinemas from Aug. 24th-30th


It is an award-winning feature documentary from the creative team behind WORDPLAY, IOUSA, SUPERHEROES and THESE AMAZING SHADOWS that explores the extraordinary lives, struggles and successes of a few of the over five million Americans living with bipolar disorder. Personal stories of harrowing events, medical mazes, discrimination and the effects of social stigma blend together to create a compelling look at a generation coming out of the “bipolar closet”. It puts an authentic human face on bipolar disorder, providing an intimate, sometimes painful, sometimes painfully funny look at those who live in its shadows – our parents, children, friends, lovers & ourselves.


http://www.documentary.org/docuweeks2012/


 


 


Great family homes for sale in fantastic neighborhoods


Contemporary architecture nestled in the oaks and mountains of Monte Nido


Over 4,000 square feet: 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, 2 home offices, tons of built ins! Room for tennis court or pool OR would be excellent horse property. House is in the sought after Las Virgenes school district. Call now Tracy Bunetta at (818) 216-6377.


AND


Beautiful West Hills home, fully remodeled, for Sale


Property features hardwood floors throughout, smooth ceilings, custom crown moldings, fresh paint, new doors throughout, HUGE Kitchen with granite countertops, custom backsplash and stainless steel appliances. Large bay windows overlook a beautifully landscaped back yard with pool, large grassy area and covered patio with BBQ set. Excellent school district! Too many wonderful features to list. Must see this home!


http://www.redfin.com/CA/West-Hills/23907-Highlander-Rd-91307/home/3141725


 


 


Sidewalk Chalk Props: Creative Photos Of Kids As Part Of Chalk Art


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/08/sidewalk-chalk-props_n_1677608.html


 


 


Eat|See|Hear Outdoor Movie, Food Trucks & Live Music Will Be Showing Ghostbusters at La Cienega Park


Saturday, August 18th -Doors at 5:30pm, Movie at 8:30pm


Eat|See|Hear, LA’s Premier Outdoor Movie, Food Truck and Live Music event series traveling around Los Angeles all summer long arrives in Beverly Hills on Saturday August 18th showing GHOSTBUSTERS.


Featuring live performances by Monte Mar and Vinnie Ferra and a wide variety of food trucks including Buttermilk, Border Grill Truck, The Lime Truck, Nom Nom Truck, Coolhaus and more, this is a family-friendly event. 


www.eatseehear.com


 


 


Shop smarter for back-to-school with these money saving tips


http://bit.ly/SHqhOY


 


 


To celebrate the release of THE HUNGER GAMES on DVD, Blockbuster will be hosting release parties around the country


Friday, Aug. 17th from 9pm-Midnight


Copy Points:


– Pick up your reserved DVD and free poster!


– A special appearance by KIIS-FM with on-site prizing!


– HUNGER GAMES survival food


– Watch an in-store screening of the movie


– Play trivia contests for special prizing


– Learn self-defense and survival techniques for the arena from a professional trainer


10338 Sepulveda Boulevard in  Mission Hills, 91345


 


Special Icon  Work with another parent to help you find the perfect nanny for your family


As parents we all have similar needs, but each family, and each child is uniquely different. Finding someone you can trust in your home, and finding the right nanny who will have a positive influence on your children is no easy task. When you work with The Mc Nanny Agency, you will work with parents who understand you and your needs. To start your search, call 818-232-7688 or use the online family application form. Mention Jens List & receive a special discount


www.themcnannyagency.com


 


 


Seeking Vendors


Temple Judea in Tarzana is seeking new vendors for its Early Childhood Center Holiday Boutique


November 15th


If you are a vendor and are interested in setting up a table at the boutique, email Alexis Koczara at afkoczara@yahoo.com. Let them know asap what type of goods you sell and your price point.


AND


Need unique vendors for the Stephen S. Wise Temple Holiday Boutique


Tuesday, November 27th


Looking for vendors who sell children’s items, gifts for the whole family, handbags or other great items.  They Do NOT need any more jewelry vendors. Email SRosenthal@wisela.org.


 


 


More Than a Son, He’s My Buddy


http://www.nytimes.com/2012/08/12/fashion/parents-choose-buddy-as-a-nickname-for-their-children.html?_r=1&ref=style


 


 


CHALK Preschools provide full or part time programs for children ages 2-6


There are two unique locations in the LA area! CHALK Preschool of Westwood is located at 2028 Westwood Blvd. and CHALK of Venice is located at 2201 Lincoln Blvd. They have open tours Monday – Friday between 8am and 5pm and you are welcome to bring your child with you! For more information, contact April Schafer (Venice) at aschafer@chalkpreschool.com or Lacie Newlin (Westwood) at newlin@chalkpreschool.com.


www.chalkpreschool.com


 


 


Win a signed copy of Broadway star’s new album of lullabies!


The first 100 people to email gorgeous.contest@gmail.com (put LULLABY in the subject line) will be entered to win a signed preview copy of VELVET SKY, the new collection of original lullabies from Tony-nominated Broadway star and award-winning actress Valarie Pettiford. VELVET SKY consists of thirteen tracks that range from songs to inspire play between parents and children to songs to lull babies (of all ages) to sleep. Three prizes available! Valarie Pettiford will be performing a one-night-only concert on September 16th at 7pm at the Renberg Theatre at the LA Gay and Lesbian Center to celebrate her three decades in the entertainment industry and the forthcoming release of VELVET SKY, which is available online October 9th.


 


 


Feeling stressed? A smile can go a long way…


http://www.hellawella.com/feeling-stressed-a-smile-can-go-a-long-way/11353


 


 


Do you have garage envy because your garage doesn’t measure up?


OrganizIT! is one of the fastest growing garage organization company in LA. They are your full service garage organization company, with a level of professionalism second to none. They can help you with: Overhead storage racks, * Slatwall garage organization wall systems, * Full line of heavy-duty, versatile garage cabinets, * Garage flooring; interlocking garage floor tiles and epoxy flooring, * Full line of accessories; hooks, garage shelves, baskets, * Garage lighting options. New location in Simi Valley! Call 818-232-7683 or click www.organizitco.com for a free design consultation. OrganizIT! was voted the 2011, 2010 & 2009 “Best Garage Design Firm”, by the National Association of Professional Organizers – Los Angeles


 


 


Allermates


Their mission is to offer kid friendly allergy awareness accessories to help identify and protect kids with allergies! They also love making kids feel good about themselves with the help of our Allermates characters. Come meet P. Nutty and the gang, otherwise known as the AllerMates. This colorful crew is armed and ready to help identify and safeguard children with cool and kid friendly allergy awareness accessories.


http://allermates.com/


 


 


Tummy Control Skort


Feel naked in leggings? The Skort is the perfect solution! It looks great on top of leggings or even alone. The skort allows you to feel comfortable, slim, and secure while covering you from all angles. This fitness staple is the best, easiest, and most cost efficient way to feel good in your workout clothes whether running errands or hitting the gym!


http://www.thegirlsapparel.com/asccustompages/


 


 


Experts Weigh In On Skinny Water, Coconut Water, Other Specialty Brands Of H2O


http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2012/08/13/experts-weigh-in-on-skinny-water-coconut-water-other-specialty-brands-of-h2o/


 


 


The 6 Mistakes You’re Making Reheating That Food


http://www.huffingtonpost.com/sarah-pinneo/reheat-food_b_1731014.html?ir=Parents


 


 


Women’s Lunch & Learn at American Jewish University


Tuesday, September 11th from 12-1:30pm


Speaker: Maggie Anton, bestselling author of Rashi’s Daughters, speaking on Love, Talmud and Sorcery in Third-Century Babylonia. Register by calling Reggie Nudell at 310-440-1211 or online at www.ajula.edu/wllregister.


American Jewish University


15600 Mulholland Drive in Bel Air, 90077


 


 


Your Personal Safety


http://femdefend.com/77/be-prepared-but-dont-live-in-fear/


 


 


Experienced wedding pianist looking enhance your special day!


Are you looking for a wedding pianist?


Service include:


Making beautiful arrangement to any songs by your request.


Vocal included if desired or accompany your soloist.


All package include prelude, processional, incidental music and recessional.


Personalize your event!


http://yafeilin.pianoaccompanists.com/


 


 


OfficeSlice: Soon to open – a new coworking spot in the Valley!


OfficeSlice a new coworking space which will be located in the Sherman Oaks/Studio City area. They are scheduled to open late Fall 2012. They are committed to helping you, startups, entrepreneurs and the independent worker to have a desk, good coffee, wifi, printer/copier/fax, and a professional conference room to meet clients. If you are interested in becoming part of the community, please fill out this short survey: http://bit.ly/ossurvey.


 


 


The Joshua Project Foundation Fundraising Event at Banana Rose Boutique with Silpada Designs Jewelry


Monday August 20th from 11am-5pm


Banana Rose Boutique in Westlake Village will team up w/ Silpada Designs Jewelry for a 1 day fundraising event for The Joshua Project Foundation. Joshua Goldenberg, of Simi Valley, is an 8 year old boy who was born totally blind. Recently with his parents Christie & Evan, they have started a nonprofit to put Braille & technology in grocery stores throughout the US. They have currently put Braille in 3 Whole Foods Markets, Thousand Oaks, CA, Santa Barbara, CA, & Newtonville, MA.


www.thejoshuaprojectfoundation.org


 


 


Despite the laughs, this is serious advice
 
15 ways NOT to raise your toddler. For example, don’t try to catch vomit in your hands, and don’t say, “Let’s wash your hair.”
http://blogs.babble.com/toddler-times/2011/11/10/what-not-to-do-with-your-toddler/


 


 


Looking for a custom cake for your special occasion?


Donna Belle Desserts can create the cake of your dreams!


www.donnabelledesserts.blogspot.com


 


 


Casting


Interior Therapy With Jeff Lewis S2


Bravo’s Interior Therapy starring Celebrity designer Jeffrey Lewis is now casting its Second Season! INTERIOR THERAPY is looking for Couples or Families in the Los Angeles area who are desperate for design help! Do you and your partner have conflicting design tastes that is ultimately causing issues at home? Is the design in your home very one-sided  Are you frustrated and at your wit’s end? If your family dynamic and relationship is in need of a professional design intervention, email tanzman.casting@gmail.com.


www.bravotv.com


AND


Daytime Medical Show seeks out-going couple for fun relationship segment


Thursday, August 16th in Hollywood


Email carina.engelberg@cbs.com with contact information and photo ASAP.


AND


Tv Documentary Seeks Participants for Free Workshop led by Professional Dominatrix


Tues., Aug. 21st at 7pm


Are you one of the 20 million Americans who bought “Fifty Shades of Grey”? Looking to spice up your love life with some kinky play inspired by Anastasia and Christian? Curious about the world of kink, but don’t know how to bring it into your bedroom? Looking for couples in ideally married, but definitely monogamous, “vanilla” relationships who are interested in exploring the fascinating world of kink. This will be a fun, sexy, non-intimidating workshop!


http://domidollz.com/looking-for-couples-interested-in-attending-our-free-workshop-in-la


 


 


Always wanted to learn guitar? Do you even have one lying around waiting to be played?


Private Lessons-schedule with teacher.Nate has been playing guitar for over 15 years, and loves helping people of all ages learn. He especially loves helping adults discover their musical potential. It’s never too late to learn! $40/hr. Contact Nate at nchighfi@gmail.com or (818)439-7228 for more questions.


 


 


Would you like to remodel, or update your kitchen or bath before the holiday?


Now is the time to begin planning the design and construction. Working with quality professionals is one of the keys to the success of any great design. Colours & Concepts create beautiful interiors and exceed client’s expectations.Call Jo-Ann at 818-259-2752 for more info and to book your appointment.


www.coloursandconcepts.com